
GATE 2027 registration process is currently live for candidates who wish to appear for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2027. The last date to submit the GATE 2027 application form without a late fee is September 27, 2026.
Candidates who miss the regular deadline can still apply until October 5, 2026, by paying the applicable additional fee. The GATE 2027 application process is being conducted online through the official website, gate2027.iitm.ac.in.
As part of the application process, candidates need to link their DigiLocker account to fetch and verify details such as their name, date of birth, mobile number, email ID, and profile picture. Candidates should carefully check all details before submitting the form to avoid correction-related issues later.
Candidates have two opportunities to submit the GATE 2027 application form. The first deadline is for applications submitted with the regular fee, while the second allows candidates to apply by paying an additional fee.
| GATE 2027 Registration Last Date | |
| GATE 2027 Application Event | Date |
| Last date to apply with regular fee | September 27, 2026 |
| Last date to apply with late fee | October 5, 2026 |
| GATE 2027 Application Form Correction | October 14 to October 21, 2026 |
Candidates are advised not to wait until the last day to complete the registration. DigiLocker verification, document uploads, photo or signature issues and payment-related problems may take additional time to resolve.
Candidates can complete the GATE 2027 registration process through the official IIT Madras GATE 2027 portal.
Official website: gate2027.iitm.ac.in
Candidates should use the official website for registration, application submission, fee payment, and other GATE 2027 application-related updates. They should avoid relying on unofficial websites for application links or payment instructions.
Candidates can follow the steps below to complete the GATE 2027 application form:
Go to gate2027.iitm.ac.in, the official GATE 2027 website.
Click on the GATE 2027 registration or application link available on the portal and proceed with the registration process.
Candidates will need to continue with DigiLocker as part of the application process. The required details can be fetched and verified through the linked DigiLocker account.
Review the information displayed during the application process, including details such as:
Name
Date of birth
Mobile number
Email ID
Profile picture
Candidates should carefully verify the information before proceeding.
Candidates need to provide the required facial registration details as instructed during the application process.
Upload the required documents, photograph and signature according to the prescribed specifications. Candidates should check the format and size requirements before uploading each file.
Pay the applicable GATE 2027 application fee through the available online payment options.
After checking all details, submit the GATE 2027 application form. Candidates should save or download the submitted application and payment confirmation for future reference.
The GATE 2027 application fee varies according to the candidate category and whether the form is submitted within the regular or extended application period.
| GATE 2027 Application Fee | ||
| Candidate Category | Regular Fee | Extended Fee |
| Female/SC/ST/PwD candidates, per test paper | INR 1,000 | INR 1,500 |
| Other candidates, per test paper | INR 2,000 | INR 2,500 |
Candidates selecting more than one test paper should check the applicable fee structure before making the payment.
After submitting the application form, candidates should check whether their application has been successfully submitted and whether any further action is required.
Candidates should retain:
Application or enrolment ID
Login credentials
Fee payment confirmation
Submitted application form
Uploaded document details
The application status and any subsequent communication should be checked through the official GATE 2027 portal.
Applicants must strictly follow the technical guidelines while submitting information through DigiLocker. Adhering to these specifications prevents form rejection and verification errors during the application review.
Save all uploaded files inside the folder named "GATE2027" on your DigiLocker Drive using standard naming rules.
Maintain document file sizes strictly between 10 KB and 600 KB.
Ensure photograph and signature uploads meet the official clarity dimensions.
Select a 3 years consent period if you encounter a "Verification Failed" prompt.
Reach out directly to the official helpdesk if PwD candidates face technical issues during the live facial capture step.